How far is Tallahassee, FL from Tarpon Springs, FL?
The driving distance from Tallahassee, FL to Tarpon Springs, FL is about 221.5 miles (356.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 183.1 miles (294.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Gilchrist and Levy counties in Florida, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tallahassee and Tarpon Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee and Tarpon Springs.
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Start on South Monroe Street
9 m · 3 sec · South Monroe Street
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Turn left onto Apalachee Parkway
16.1 mi · 24 min · Apalachee Parkway
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Continue straight
94.1 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Keep slight right
108.4 mi · 2 hr 29 min
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Take the exit straight
115 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Alternate US 19
1.4 km · 1 min · Alternate US 19
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Continue on North Pinellas Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · North Pinellas Avenue
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Turn right onto West Tarpon Avenue
14 m · 2 sec · West Tarpon Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Tarpon Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tallahassee and Tarpon Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Apalachee Parkway
Keep slight right
108 mi · 02h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tallahassee and Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Tarpon Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tallahassee to Tarpon Springs?
The road trip is about 221.5 miles (356.5 km) and usually takes 04h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fanning Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110.9 miles from Tallahassee and 110.6 miles from Tarpon Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 183.1 miles (294.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.44 one way or $64.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tallahassee and Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Tarpon Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Fanning Springs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fanning Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tallahassee and Tarpon Springs. Straight-line distance: 183.06 mi (294.61 km).
#1 Tallahassee
The capital of Florida.
| Population | 196,326 |
| Coordinates | 30.4382600, -84.2807300 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tarpon Springs
City in Pinellas County, Florida, United States
| Population | 25,624 |
| Coordinates | 28.1461200, -82.7567700 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tarpon Springs (-82.75677, 28.14612)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 356 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $32.44 | $64.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $35.94 | $71.88 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $38.29 | $76.57 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $34.02 | $68.03 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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